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Old 30-05-2007, 06:19 AM
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Microsoft Surface

Microsoft revealed the "revolutionary new interface device" they've been hinting at the past few days, and frankly, I'm a tad pissed. It's actually something I've seen before. Actually, in several places before. And the photo segment looks and acts with obvious similarity to the style of the Wii Photo Channel. But anyway, before I say more, you should probably know what it actually is.

Microsoft Surface

Seen it? Good. To summarize, it's a surface, with a touch screen. A very fancy surface. It appears to have the ability to see what is being placed on it, and detect all manner of devices, leading to a new level of interactivity, which I am frankly excited about, despite Microsoft's typical thievery.

So, any thoughts?
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Old 30-05-2007, 01:46 PM
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Didn't they reveal it at a press conference about a year ago?
It sounds very interesting but I bet it'll be too expensive for most people.
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Perhaps they showed the tech. I've seen the tech several times.

Also, check out this new video with Bill Gates himself doing it.

Sticker Shock: Video of Bill Gates Showing off his Expensive Table - Gizmodo

Recognize that little gadget from the first few minutes? Yeah, that was at Nintendo's E3 booth for the past couple years. And Microsoft copies it utterly....
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Old 30-05-2007, 10:32 PM
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Still don't see the utility in this kind of device.
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Old 01-06-2007, 02:40 PM
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That would be pretty cool...
I like it...but i wouldnt go out of my way to use it.....
Ill stick with Paint and my mouse
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Old 01-06-2007, 08:43 PM
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Still don't see the utility in this kind of device.
Same. Seems extravagant, a nice idea, but definitely not a necessity.
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Old 01-06-2007, 10:38 PM
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Oooh..... I saw a bit about it on some talk show where they demoed it. They said at the end, it'd run $5000-$10,000.
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Old 03-06-2007, 09:51 AM
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Yeah...Im just gonna go to my bedroom take out my wallet and start sorting out my 5cent peices.....I might get that ammount......
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Old 03-06-2007, 10:44 AM
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wait didnt they already do this oh wait here it is

Windows Powered Smart Display Home Page

ill admit its not the same but hey its just an lcd tablet in the end anyway
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omg so cool man
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